Julia Bradbury says installers can transform the nation

The benefits of energy efficient home improvements are clear she said, yet recent research from Plumb Center shows that only 28% of the public are willing to make improvements through Green Deal finance.

Recognising that installers are on the front line when it comes to selling these benefits, Ms Bradbury said more needs to be done to support small and medium size enterprises, and commended the work of companies like Plumb Center that are already taking this initiative.

“The nation’s army of more than 120,000 installers is the key to convincing consumers that energy efficient technologies don’t have to cost the earth, but could save a fortune,” she said.

Plumb Center’s renewables director Simon Allan agreed: “Installers are the key to winning hearts and minds, and we’re determined to give them the tools through our expertise and training, so they can help deliver a more energy efficient nation.”

Ms Bradbury also called for industry, government and local authorities to work together to improve advertising campaigns, to ensure consumers know what’s available and take advantage of it.